1982-1983 Academic Catalog

12 Christian Service Every student is encouraged to participate in some area of Christian service for at least two of the four years of the college program. It is the belief of the college administration and faculty that this experience provides a vital means of achieving the stated objectives of the college. There are opportunities for experience and service in local church ministries such as youth meetings, music, junior churches, nurseries, Sunday school teaching, and preaching. Opportunities for service occur in homes for orphans, homes for senior citizens, penal institutions, rescue missions, Bible clubs, and at a school for mentally retarded children. Many stu– dents are challenged by a campus visitation program which pro– vides opportunities for them to share their faith in Christ with their academic peers on other college campuses. Students travel with gospel teams, serving local churches throughout the Midwest. During the spring vacation three Swordbearer teams, the Concert Chorale, Brass Choir, and Master's Puppets travel to minister in local churches. In addition, "open-air" evangelism occurs through the ministry of students in Texas, New York City and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Several gospel teams also travel during the summer. The director of Christian service is responsible for the assign– ment of students who register for Christian service work. He coor– dinates Sunday services on campus, prayer meetings, traveling teams, and all outreach ministries, and is available for pastoral counseling. Records are kept of all Christian service activities and a permanent file is maintained for each student. The Christian Service Committee, composed of representative staff members, faculty, and students, works with the director in defining the types of activities as well as establishing guidelines for the entire Christian service program. Student Services Housing The college believes that residence hall living is an integral part of the educational process. An appropriate residence hall environ– ment contributes to academic achievement, an understanding of oneself, and development of interpersonal skills and appropriate